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Who is Dr. Jafar, Psychiatrist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Syed Jafar, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Jafar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jafar’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jafar’s office at (858) 278-4110.
Is Dr. Jafar board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Syed Jafar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Jafar speak?
Dr. Jafar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Jafar treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Jafar diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Jafar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder with Withdrawal
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol withdrawal syndrome
- Alcohol dependence withdrawal
- Alcohol detox
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10230: Alcohol dependence with withdrawal, uncomplicated
- F10239: Alcohol dependence with withdrawal, unspecified
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Which procedures does Dr. Jafar perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Syed Jafar may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Jafar's office.
Does Dr. Jafar accept my insurance?
Dr. Jafar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 278-4110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jafar accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Jafar in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Molina
OptumRx
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Syed Jafar?
Dr. Jafar has appointments available at his San Diego, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Jafar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jafar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164437521.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jafar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jafar
What is Dr. Syed Jafar's specialty?
Dr. Jafar is a Psychiatrist near San Diego, CA.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Jafar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Syed Jafar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Jafar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Psychiatrist?
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Is Syed Jafar accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Syed Jafar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Syed Jafar offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jafar, or call (858) 278-4110 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Syed Jafar?
Yes, Dr. Jafar offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Jafar, or call (858) 278-4110 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Syed Jafar have?
Dr. Syed Jafar is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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